American Discovery 9/30/11

Stockyard Rd and 227 to Aspen (South Road)

Miles: 2

Round trip miles: 4

Total steps: 7,059



 Another day hike from home. Initially, it was kind of a messy walk along a busy road. But that's only the case heading eastbound. Coming westbound it wasn't a problem.

But that didn't last long and shortly I crossed the Arkansas River. In the early 1800's this was the northern border of Mexico. Almost like magic, the graffiti disappeared. There wasn't even any covered over.

There is a point of interest with a history of the area just off the road. It's worth reading.
It's a Hispanic neighborhood with Hispanic architectue. The people were friendly and waved a lot from their cars.

I passed the Pueblo Boy's Ranch which is or kids with behavioral problems. They have stables there with little horses.

I walked along the Bessemer Ditch, an irrigation canal for the farm areas. I wouldn't recommend drinking out of it, but it's nice to look at.

The ADT is a different kind of hiking. I'm finding I enjoy it. For now, I'll keep doing these nano-hikes. Once the time changes, I'll just do weekends and go further each day.

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American Discovery Trail 9/29/11

Trail miles: 1.25 each way
Miles walked: 4.28
Steps: 9065

I took a wrong turn to the north when I saw the Front Range Trail marker. It was an enjoyable detour.

American Discovery Trail - 9/28/11

I hiked 3.25 miles out and back, starting from the access at the corner of Main and Corona Street.

The sidewalk was wet. I didn't see any sprinklers, and it certainly isn't raining. I guess a sweeper came by our something.

It's hard to see, but the mural on the left is for the Irish club. There are several of these clubs in town.

The kayaking course. And a good view of how long the levee murals are.

I don't know who Mujeres Nobles is. I googled it, but couldn't find anything.

It looks like a campsite, but I think it's just a picnic spot near the river.

Mural of Colorado Fuel and Iron Company, later known as CF&I.

 True.

Looks like someone is on a long journey someplace.

Shortly after leaving the mural, the scenary changes and it's a walk in the country.

Finally, I get to Pueblo Blvd. where I can start next time.

It took me awhile to figure out who Art is.

Caught this sign while the dedication date is still in the futue.